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Wards 68 are part of a regional service that is provided to the west of Scotland. The department provides a 5 day investigatory service to patients with a variety of neurological conditions. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 charge nurse to join the team within Neurology at the Institute of Neurological Sciences, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join the team in ward 68 .This 19 bedded ward provides acute neurology care as part of the Neuroscience Service to the West of Scotland. You will work 12-hour shifts Monday to Friday, with day and night duty involved.
As part of ward 68, you will be part of the nursing team providing specialist care within the five day neurology treatment and investigation unit.
As part of the multi-disciplinary team, and without supervision, you will be responsible for assessing, implementing and evaluating programmes of nursing care and in the absence of the Senior Charge Nurse or deputy, manage the ward effectively on a regular basis. It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC and that you have experience in the field of neurology nursing which is preferred, but not essential.
You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to patient-centred care, continuing professional development, an understanding of our service, and the specific needs of our patients (or a commitment to learn and develop these skills).You will demonstrate flexibility, and a willingness to participate in service progression and growth. The ability to work effectively in a team is essential. A competency based education programme is in place to support your development.
Informal Contact: Vicky Garner, Tel No: 0141 201 2090
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs .